Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre Partners With TotalEnergies for Solar Photovoltaic Project
A 4.6 MWp solar rooftop is expected to produce over 7,000 MWh, providing sufficient energy to cover the OCEC’s annual consumption.
Recent News
Karin Segers New Director of Conventions Rotterdam Ahoy
Joins the RACC as Director of Conventions May 1st, following Mirjam van de Kamp departing the position July 1st, for a personal adventure.
Thailand Affirms Commitment to Green Future as Host of Korat Expo 2029
The International Association of Horticultural Producers has approved Thailand to host the 2029 International Horticultural Expo.
Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre Set to Welcome Over 16 International Events in 2024
The significant rise reflects a growing confidence in the award-winning venue and Oman as a destination for business tourism events.
Ottawa Tourism Strategically Aligns Major Association Congresses With Premier Sporting Events to Maximise Offering
Ottawa is using its tried and tested approach in the conference sector to win major sporting events, including Rugby Internationals.
Annual Review Launch Showcases Penang’s Remarkable Growth in Business Events Industries
The evening offers a comprehensive summary of the diverse events that graced the state, showcasing their impact and outcomes.
European Hotel Openings Set to Accelerate
Europe is expected to see around 350 new hotels opening in 2024 as the continent’s pipeline of new properties continues to grow.
Dubai Wins Bid to Host 21st World Congress of Medical Informatics in 2027
Dubai is set to host MedInfo in 2027, becoming the first city in the Middle East and North Africa region to welcome the event.
Shaping a Green Future: 70 Dubai Hotels Awarded Prestigious Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp
Recognises hotels complying with 19 Sustainability Requirements launched to support Dubai’s drive to become a leading sustainable destination.
World Summit on Arts and Culture: Arts Council Korea to Host 10th Edition in Seoul in May 2025
After hosting the first World Summit on Arts and Culture in the Nordic Region in 2023, IFACCA will reconvene in North Asia for the first time.
Why the Events Sector Needs to Prioritise the UN SDGs
The sector can play a significant role in promoting global sustainability and societal wellbeing, both within itself and among the industries it serves.
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The Triple Helix Development of Business Events for the Netherlands’ Top Sectors Is Essential
Triple Helix ImpactDutch strategist Carina Weijma sheds light on the Netherlands’ ongoing business events approaches and efforts.
Poland’s Strategic Plans for Business Events Are Taking Off
Collaboration Is Key Head of Poland Convention Bureau, Aneta Ksiazek, on the lay of the land, and its opportunities and challenges ahead.
Gothia Studio’s Broadcasting Offer Has Become a Positive Complement to Business Events
Digital Event Production 2.0 The venue added a digital layer to its entire meetings business, rather than just handing customers a new tool set.
Planning for Uncertainty and Disruption: How To Think Like a Futurist
Strategic Planning Scott Steinberg on adapting to a series of “next normals,” each coming on faster and faster, in an age of accelerating change.
The Triple Helix Development of Business Events for the Netherlands’ Top Sectors Is Essential
Triple Helix ImpactDutch strategist Carina Weijma sheds light on the Netherlands’ ongoing business events approaches and efforts.
Gothia Studio’s Broadcasting Offer Has Become a Positive Complement to Business Events
Digital Event Production 2.0 The venue added a digital layer to its entire meetings business, rather than just handing customers a new tool set.
The Triple Helix Development of Business Events for the Netherlands’ Top Sectors Is Essential
Triple Helix ImpactDutch strategist Carina Weijma sheds light on the Netherlands’ ongoing business events approaches and efforts.
The International Rehabilitation Forum 2023 Is a Game Changer for Lviv
Solidarity Across Borders The legacy effects of the Unbroken rehabilitation concept and the International Rehabilitation Forum 2023.
Why Words Matter and How They Change Our Perceptions
The Power of Words The wrong choice of words, no matter how well-intentioned, can have powerful and unintended effects.
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